Neurology Alert – July 1, 2007
July 1, 2007
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Lumbar Spinal Surgery Versus Conservative Treatment
Surgery for a herniated lumbar disc with sciatica does not have a better long-term result than conservative therapy. -
Intervertebral Disc Transplantation: Treatment in Motion
A pilot study of human cervical disc transplantation has been shown to be surgically feasible, but requires further investigation. -
The Rotigotine Patch for Early Parkinson's Disease
The rotigotine transdermal system (Neupro) is a safe and effective treatment for early Parkinson's Disease. -
Treatment of Neurosarcoidosis
Patients with high-risk neurosarcoidosis who receive combination therapy with corticosteroids and additional immunosuppressive agents seem to have favorable outcomes. -
Optokinetic Therapy for Hemianopic Alexia
Improved reading skills in patients with hemianopic alexia can be achieved by having patients practice reading a right-to-left scrolling text. -
Does Sleep Deprivation Aggravate Chronic Pain?
Disturbance of sleep continuity, but not simple sleep deprivation, impairs pain inhibition and increases spontaneous pain. -
Pharmacology Watch
GlaxoSmithKline's rosiglitazone (Avandia) will receive a black box warning by the FDA because of concerns over heart failure associated with use of the drug. -
Clinical Briefs in Primary Care Supplement